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C223 CAP

1985 Toyota Tercel

Silver Petrol 1452cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,038 mi
Last recorded146,038 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Toyota Tercel94,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC223 CAP
MakeToyota
ModelTercel
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,452cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 146,038 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at trailing arm mounting/ inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2024 146,008 miles

Front Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 141,740 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

general corrosion

Pass 13 Oct 2014 142,624 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 132,618 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Tercel?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
1,256
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 294
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 123
constant velocity joint gaiter split 74
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 64
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C223 CAP is a 1985 Toyota Tercel in Silver with a 1,452cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Toyota Tercel models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 94,889 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Tercel fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 294 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C223 CAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Tercel typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Toyota Tercel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C223 CAP registered?

C223 CAP is a 1985 Toyota Tercel, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C223 CAP safe to buy?

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